Journey
Member
Hello everyone,
I've read the few 'brake upgrade' threads I could find on here, but I still want to run a few things by you guys.
My front rotors (OEM) are as smooth and shiny as a mirror, and if I remember correctly, the mechanic told me to get new ones last time I got new pads (last year) but I didn't get new rotors because of $$$. So now I'm getting a squeak, small vibration, etc.
I would rather put fresh ones on instead of turning them down, so my plan is to get the Powerstop Z36 Severe-Duty Truck and Tow rotor/pad kit for all four wheels (drilled/slotted rotors, pads, and hardware kit) Currently I do not tow anything, but it could be possible in the future and I want this whole set to have a long-lasting life.
Now, I was thinking of upgrading my calipers too (there's nothing wrong with them as far as I know, no leaks). Is that a waste of $$$/time or good investment? My buddies at work said calipers last forever - but this boat's got 190,000 miles with some rust on the underside (lived in CA it's whole life), and honestly I have no idea what the condition of them look like anyways. I'm going to have to take this project to a mechanic and have them do it, I'm not up for it.
And...in one of the forums someone suggested putting in SS hoses.......which I'll probably do, why not?
Any feedback would be great! Thank you!
I've read the few 'brake upgrade' threads I could find on here, but I still want to run a few things by you guys.
My front rotors (OEM) are as smooth and shiny as a mirror, and if I remember correctly, the mechanic told me to get new ones last time I got new pads (last year) but I didn't get new rotors because of $$$. So now I'm getting a squeak, small vibration, etc.
I would rather put fresh ones on instead of turning them down, so my plan is to get the Powerstop Z36 Severe-Duty Truck and Tow rotor/pad kit for all four wheels (drilled/slotted rotors, pads, and hardware kit) Currently I do not tow anything, but it could be possible in the future and I want this whole set to have a long-lasting life.
Now, I was thinking of upgrading my calipers too (there's nothing wrong with them as far as I know, no leaks). Is that a waste of $$$/time or good investment? My buddies at work said calipers last forever - but this boat's got 190,000 miles with some rust on the underside (lived in CA it's whole life), and honestly I have no idea what the condition of them look like anyways. I'm going to have to take this project to a mechanic and have them do it, I'm not up for it.
And...in one of the forums someone suggested putting in SS hoses.......which I'll probably do, why not?
Any feedback would be great! Thank you!